Phagos is on a mission to create a cleaner, more sustainable future by using bacteria’s natural predator, the bacteriophage, to win the fight against antibiotic resistance and to cure infectious diseases in animal farming. To make our vision a reality, we are looking for a brilliant Team Lead in bacteriophage bioprocessing to join our team.

We are looking for a hands-on Team Lead to oversee both upstream (USP) and downstream (DSP) processes for bacteriophage production at pilot scale. You'll be leading a team, scaling up production, and ensuring efficient bacteriophage production in line with industry standards. You will play a key role in optimizing DSP methods while managing the upstream processes in collaboration with engineers and technicians.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Manage and guide a team of engineers and technicians in upstream and downstream processes, encouraging collaboration and technical growth.
• Hands-on DSP Implementation: Implement and optimize downstream processing, including filtration and purification of bacteriophages.
• Production Scale-Up: Oversee the scale-up of upstream processes to support increased production volumes.
• Collaborative Optimization: Work with R&D and quality teams to ensure both USP and DSP are aligned with production goals and regulatory standards.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that both processes follow GMP and other relevant regulatory guidelines for safe and efficient production.

Profile:

• Education: MSc or PhD in Bioprocess Engineering, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or similar fields.
• Experience: Hands-on experience with USP and DSP processes, including fermentation, cell culture, filtration, and purification.
• Proven background in bioprocess scaling and process optimization, especially for bacteriophages or similar biologics.
• Experience in leading and managing teams while balancing technical and leadership responsibilities.
• Solid knowledge of GMP and regulatory compliance in biomanufacturing.
• Innovative individual, able to troubleshoot complex bioprocess challenges.

What We Offer

• International Culture: Work with a global, diverse team driven by a shared vision of impactful biotechnology.
• Impactful Work: Lead processes that contribute directly to innovative biotechnologies.
• Hybrid Work: Flexible schedule with remote work and in-office collaboration.
• Growth & Learning: Gain valuable leadership and technical experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Well-being Perks: Free breakfast, sports activities (Gymlib), and a healthy work-life balance culture.

If you're ready to lead a team in scaling bacteriophage production, we want to hear from you!

📩 Apply today!